Serving 219 students in grades 1-3, Broad Street Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broad Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Broad Street Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Broad Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broad Street Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#581 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broad Street Elementary School's ranking?
Broad Street Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Broad Street Elementary School often compared to?
Broad Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Broad Street Elementary School?
219 students attend Broad Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Broad Street Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broad Street Elementary School?
Broad Street Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Broad Street Elementary School offer ?
Broad Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broad Street Elementary School part of?
Broad Street Elementary School is part of Mechanicsburg Area School District.
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